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| MATCHUP | Utah State Aggies | South Florida Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 7-0 | 4-4 |
| Where | Yuengling Center, Tampa, FL | |
| When | Thursday, December 4, 2025 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
South Florida Bulls Betting Preview
The South Florida Bulls enters Thursday night’s game with a 4–4 win-loss record. The Bulls have compiled wins over Florida A&M, Coppin State, Kennesaw State and Western Kentucky. South Florida has lost games to George Washington, Oklahoma State, VCU and the Colorado State Rams. In the South Florida Bulls 97-91 overtime win over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers six days ago, South Florida guard Wes Enis tallied 17 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists.The South Florida Bulls average 91.4 points (14th in country) on 43.9 percent shooting from the field per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Bulls are allowing opponents 82.5 points on 45.5 percent shooting from the field per contest.
Senior forward Izaiyah Nelson has been a force inside for the Bulls, averaging 12.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.8 blocks per game. Senior guard Josh Omojafo is averaging 15.3 points, 5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.5 steals per contest.
Utah State Aggies Preview
The Utah State Aggies enter tomorrow evening’s game on the heels of a seven-game winning streak to begin the 2025 season. The Aggies have amassed wins over Westminster (UT), VCU, Weber State, UTEP, Tulane, Davidson, and Montana State. In the Utah State Aggies dominant 94–60 victory over the Davidson Wildcats, Utah State guard MJ Collins Jr. exploded for 40 points on 14 of 19 shooting from the field and 8 of 12 shooting from three-point range.The Utah State Aggies average 85.3 points on 51.6 percent shooting from the field (14th in nation) per game. The Aggies are allowing opponents 69.5 points on 39.9 percent shooting from the field per game.
Utah State forward Garry Clark has been dominant on the glass, compiling 11 rebounds against VCU and 13 rebounds against UTEP. Senior guard MJ Collins Jr. is averaging 21.3 points and 2.7 rebounds per game. Junior guard Mason Falslev is averaging 13.7 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2 assists per contest.
Why the South Florida Bulls Will Win
• High powered offense. In eight games played this season, the South Florida Bulls are averaging 91.4 points per game which ranks 14th in the nation.• Multiple scoring options. Josh Omojafo and Izaiyah Nelson can carry the offense.
• Home court advantage. The South Florida Bulls are unbeaten at the Yuengling Center this season.
Why the Utah State Aggies Will Win
• Quality Defense. The Aggies are allowing opponents 69.5 points per game.• Balanced roster. MJ Collins Jr., Mason Falslev and Garry Clark provide scoring and rebounding.
• Momentum. The Utah State Aggies are undefeated (7-0) and playing with confidence.
South Florida Bulls vs. Utah State Aggies Prediction
This matchup pits South Florida’s offensive firepower against Utah State’s defensive discipline. The South Florida Bulls have shown they can be rather effective on the offensive side of the basketball. Defensively, the Bulls have had lapses that has been an issue for the team against stronger competition in 2025.Expect South Florida to push tempo at home, with Omojafo and Brown attacking early. Utah State will counter by slowing possessions, feeding Clark inside, and forcing South Florida into contested shots.
In my view, Utah State’s overall team balance and defensive consistency give the Aggies a large edge in this game. The South Florida Bulls quality offense should keep the Bulls competitive, but the Aggies ability to control tempo and win the rebounding battle should prove decisive. I am backing the Utah State Aggies to win this game.